Your Wife is the perfect assistant, knowing when to help and more importantly when not to help. Great videos I know there 5 years old but there still solid information.
This is just outstanding. It is as close to what you would see in a coachworks, professional upfitting shop. It's also simple, neat, strong and efficient. Great work.
Thanks Roger, a slightly thicker stiffer blade and light pressure on the tool, let the blade do the work. As soon as you start trying to muscle the saw the blade bends and you get wonky cuts. Two hands to keep it steady help too. 👍🏼 I find I don’t blink at all while in the cut lol
Easily the best van build series on youtube, ive just started my Ducato L4H2 build and I'm pretty much going to copy you 80%😁 all good I'm in Western Australia so I can get away with cheating🤣 but seriously great vids Greg, lots of inspiration👍
My LT35 van (1998 vintage) is a 'high roof' and I use it as a workshop/tool carrying facility for my vehicle projects. Was thinking of making a 'sleeper cab' but utilising the load space above a large compressor I have in the back. Would require some cutting, welding and fabrication obviously. Your videos are great for sparking the thought process and also pointing out the good and bad points I need to look out for. many thanks, Greg....(P.S. still have to fit my skylite in the rear after watching your videos earlier)
A new HSS blade with fine teeth and it will be a breeze to cut. The mastic tape is a must for levelling any ribs and finish off with sikaflex Don't forget to clean up those metal fillings after before they go rusty. Funny how cutting a big hole the roof of your expensive van can make you smile so much. Best wishes and I'm sure you'll be fine.
my goodness, how skilled are you? well, I will answer that question... you are bloody brilliant. Love your refit videos. Thank you so much. I am now gonna buy one of your t-shirts... maybe, that will allow me to get just alittle of your skill.
You should be feeling very proud of yourself Greg, the skills, the technique and information you’ve given us throughout the build is second to none, well done my friend 🏆👍🏼😉
Gday Greg... from Aus. I just got my own Mercedes Sprinter and stumbled across your videos. Absolutely love them. My new bible and go to. Love your work and dedication. Goodon you! 👍
Greg, You are a true craftsman. Well done in all aspects. Have you thought about creating a business building camper vans with what all you've learned with this one? People would probably pay a good penny for a quality innovative design and construction.
Hi David, thank you so much for your kind words. I'm giving everyone the information so I don't have to do that ;) lol Once this one is done I will be really happy to have loads of time off to enjoy it.
Very helpful video, thank you. I'm about to convert my 2003 Fiat Ducato & there is already a shelf area over the front cab so I'm already half way there, but this video gives great info on how to close it off neatly and at the same time have a useful space. Kind regards, Michael
This is so discouraging to watch! You're so experienced and have so many tools! I wanna start building out my van, but after watching your vids, very daunting
Hmmm, I'm not really, I've never done a van build before, didn't start woodwork till two years ago. Agreed some of the tools make it easier but you can do all this with just a jigsaw, drill and router. The aim of the channel was to give detailed info to help the home DIY builder not to discourage. There's great satisfaction in building it yourself in whatever form it takes. Practice makes perfect
Greg Virgoe Another possible tip (depending on visibility) is to "back cut" all scribe cuts. That is, cut to the line on the face, and back from the line on the non-visible side. It's much easier to get a great fit. And if you have to take anything off, you're doing so on a thin edge.
This is a really good video Greg. I was wondering how on Earth I was going to be able to do mine. But I’ve learnt some really valuable information. Thanks!
Hi Katy, When I first looked at it myself I did a lot of head scratching. But fixing a batten to the roof rib and the larger timber on the leading edge of the shelf make it so much stronger. Although it’s only going to hold spare bedding.
Excellent job Greg! This van build series is compulsive viewing!, in my opinion it’s up there with the New Yankee workshop, only better, because it’s real life.
Thanks for putting in all of this work filming and editing these videos. Very helpful to all of us doing our own conversion. You are the man. Such clear and concise explanations.
Absolutely first class work from conception to execution. The glossy zebrano finish looks excellent. I do think it would be useful if the manufacturer of the board developed the complementary range of screws cappings to match the finish.
Hi Norman, thanks for the compliment. I have placed the screws so that they will be under the cupboard door and adjoingin wall cupboards. so you wont actually see them under normal use.
yet another great how to video Greg (If I may :) ) absolutely love that high gloss finish and the color as well. Please tell Ms. Greg she's an excellent executive assistant and I can't wait to see all her special touches on the finished van. mw
You are very kind, thank you. The time you do need and some patience. I've never done anything like this before so it can be done. This is a huge learning curve for me also. It helps me being very fussy and methodical in my approach
Your love to detail and your professionalism is, as always, astonishing! Can't wait to meet you and your van at next year's Camp Quirky (I hope it'll all work out the way I want with renting a van and stuff). 👍🏼😉
Thank you very much. We are really looking forward to next years Camp Quirky, it’s going to be huge next year and I can’t wait to meet everybody and look at their new vans.
Just watched the entire series and to say I'm very impressed by you many skills is a massive understatement ..incredible attention to detail in every way and looking forward very much to seeing it through to completion..👍👍
Hello Beth, very sorry, I took some footage but the video angle and sound was rubbish so I couldn't use it. I'll do a video this weekend just on "Scribing" awkward shapes because there are a few tips and tricks which will help you. Thanks for your comment and for supporting my channel
amazing job greg been watching a few videos now and you have given me some great ideas especially the trimming' love what you have created and it looks stunning' i know your now on your travels and the both of you are enjoying van life in your stunning conversion' safe travels and hopefully meet up at some point
Thanks for another great video, I'm thinking about making the overhead shelf with a bit added on to make a bed for my little ones. The extra bit would fold up during the drive. Do you think this is possible if i can reinforce the shelf for the extra weight. Thank for your time. regards Richard
Thanks for the update,,,Greg I heard you say you cut the vinyl trim a little longer,,,, that is good,,, In my earlier life I installed a lot of molding on automobiles,,, I first installed a track then put in the vinyl insert,,,We were instructed to add between 3/8 to 1/2 inch to the insert ,,, because over time the vinyl shrinks,,, It may not be as critical inside a vehicle because it does not get the sunshine directly,,,,Just FYI,,,Best Regards
Hi Greg, thanks so much for providing this absolutely essential series on the Sprinter 170 conversion, we'll be starting ours this year and will be following so many of your outstanding tutorials. One question, have you thought about providing a detailed list of all the tools and products together for the build in an upcoming video? I know that's probably a lot of work but it may get you a ton of views and likes! Anyway besides that, thank you so much again, you're truly an inspiration for many. I'm subscribed 👍. Paul
I know Peter, I lost count of the amount of times she said don’t do that you’ll scratch it 😂 I cut the bit out where she slapped my hand for putting dirty finger prints on the glossy finish. Gonna drive her OCD bananas lol
The edging looks really good. Those screw caps look fantastic! I finally finished my floor. I am unsure about the insulation for my roof. Finding the stick on aluminum pin anchors in small quantities is proving rather difficult. There are steel ones available, but have poor reviews for retention. Many are rated only to 120* F, and they come loose....I'm pretty sure my van roof gets above that plenty this time of year. I did discover something that surprised me. I used the silver backed 3/4" polyiso panels to insulate the front half of the cargo area, foil side up for vapor barrier. I had a small piece of scrap lying on the metal floor, just behind the engine dog houes, and just above the trans. The floor there gets extremely hot. The scrap laying there was silver side down, and the to the touch it stays pretty much at ambient temps. The light silver film and the 3/4" poly is an amazing insulator. I'm going to frame some into that area, and put plastic over the top for a vapor barrier. Thanks again for the work you put into your videos!
Is it not 120degC? I had one that came unstuck but could not put it down to temperature, it may have been dirty?Most PIR sheets are foil on both sides, both brands I used are. Plastic is also ok to use for a vapour barrier, use the correct building membrane as some plastics are slightly permeable.
Hi Greg a tip for the future, the spray on adhesive compared to the roll on brush on version sometimes has a lower temperature rating for adhesion. I had a problem where I used the spray on to redo the headlining of my girlfriends car, it didn't last Summer before it started to pull away. I redid it with a rolled/brushed on version of the same adhesive and I've had no problem. This might only be an issue for hotter countries but it's important to look at the temperature rating of glues when gravity and heat are an issue :)
Yeah it wasn't untill I had the failure and looked at the back of the can and it said 60-80degC and a car in the Sun here in Oz can get funkin hot. So like I said, I think it's only a problem for hot countries :)
It is generally called "Contact Adhesive" because you spray it on both surfaces, wait a few minutes then 'contact' the two pieces together. In Australia its called Kwik Grip made by Sellys. As Greg's use a spray glue with a high temp rating I hope he gets back to you with the name of the glue he used.
Nice video as always, I’ve been lining my van recently with the same carpet and adhesive. Take care when using the adhesive, there are some pretty alarming warnings and symbols on the can!
Great Video, I've been wondering what to do with that space. Thought I might leave it open for more head room while driving, but I think this idea is best for added storage etc.
Great video as usual! Quick question as I don’t think you mentioned it in video, apologies if I missed it and you did, what thickness ply did you use? Thanks
Would be interested to see an outside vs inside temperature test to see how your insulation is performing as the job you did on it seems quite thorough compared to some other builds iv seen. Impressive so far 👍
Hi Darren, we did spend a lot of time to get the insulation fit and the vapour barrier complete. The walls and roof are in excess of the same insulation you would get from having 4" of loft insulation in your home. We are hoping to shoot some thermal imaging footage when we return to the Truma factory to prove how well it performs. Look out for that video soon.
Hi Greg, fantastic videos big fan. Quick question on bulkhead you made wood plates for behind headliner great but how did you install them? Did you remove headliner completely and remount with shelf in or find a way of slotting them in place. Thanks mark
Sunnycampers yes mate, take it nice and slow and let the blade do the work don’t force it. You can smooth it with a file and apply trim over so it’s not too bad. 😀
Not good I'm afraid, the van broke down and has been stuck for ages at Ford for repair. Which ment I couldn't work on it. Finally got the van back yesterday. It needed four new fuel injectors, since all the originals were corroded. How does this happen on a brand new van with just 500 miles on clock? Since I want to get the van re-classified as a MotorCaravan by the end of August, I just don't have enough time to do my planned detailed build. So as of today, I'm going to knock up a rough kitchen unit, bed and wardrobe in old ply, add some cushions and curtains and hope this is enough to get it passed. If this is sucessful, I then qualify for cheaper insurance and the vans value will have inceased enormously. I can then rip out the crap stuff and do a proper job as originally planned. There maybe a silver lining here since I can test out the layout on the old ply and make adjustments without wasting good wood. Which makes me wonder, have you got your van re-classified before you leave on your European adventure? And finally you seemed to have gained a very pretty assistant:)
Time is the one thing that you need bucket loads of doing these builds properly. That is very strange about the injectors, guessing it was all covered by your warranty? I will get our reclassified before we leave and that's the only thing that could hold us up. It's currently SORN and got no MOT while we do the build. Lots to sort out still. I heard that there was a bit of a wait to get them back as it's become so popular. Thankfully my dear mum has kindly offered to put us up for a few weeks if needed. Our house is definitely going on the 7th July no matter what so the clock is ticking loudly. Oh and yes, meet Louarnna (Lou) my beautiful partner for 17years now :D Trying my hardest to get her more involved but she's very camera shy. She does really like the festivals and is so much happier talking in person.
Sounds like some military style planning has been going on here. I'm impressed. I get nervous just catching the IOW ferry:( Tell Lou not to worry about the camera, us campers are just a bunch of harmless idiots!
Hi Greg, I'm just curious as to what people do with the alarm sensors, I've just started my conversion and I'm not sure what to do with them?? Thanks for the great content 👌
I'll have a go, I might just have to wrap them up in something and tuck them away, they are a pain in the arse for going off, thanks for the reply by the way 👍
Nice work think there is a market for a set of templates for van conversion. I would have installed a metal floor on your shelf with an anchor to wind shield posts and location behind seat where normal industrial divider goes. Does sprinter make a shelf as an option? If so buy one an use for template. A parts dealer has speck on oem parts spec.
You are dead right about the templates. I originally looked at flat pack van furniture but you still have to scribe it to the curves of your own van. If you are going to do that and put it together you might as well do the lot from scratch and have it how you want it.
When talking about the blades you used you mentioned you wanted to cut on the top surface so switched the blade. Maybe I'm missing something but why not just flip the piece of furniture board (and the template) and keep the upward cutting blade?
Superb Greg, well done, I just wish I could find a supplier of these board that ship to Finland. I may need to look into boat building sites/companies here as there's a lot of boats here with the thousands of lakes we have.
Hello Michael, the marine and boat building industry is a fantastic place to search for anything van related. Obviously need to be lightweight and run off 12v batteries for all electrics. Lot of similarities.
Hi Greg can i ask how you fixed the base to the cab roof. It seemed to just go from prepping to installed but im unsure of what you screwed it to or glued it to. Thanks for your time.
The mains strength of the shelf is held on the side and that timber cross member which is fixed to the furniture board. It did need much else so I just popped a couple of course screws into the headliner. If I did it again I would take the headliner out and insulate the cab roof like our new van and fix it like the sides. Before putting it back in.
HI Greg Just found your chanel/video from a chat on Facebook I have a question if I may How did you fix your bulkhead shelf to the van when finished I saw the timber blocks supports bud cant make heads or tables of how the fixing worked out Thank you
THE MARKS BROTHERS I also cut some plywood pieces to go on the outer side to screw into. Lou held those in place while I fixed them. It’s fiddly and maybe easier to remove the headliner and fix them
Hi Greg, could you tell me what you did with the movement alarm sensors that are in the back of the van one at bulkhead and one at back doors both at roof height? please
Greg, Thank you Sir, I really appall the hard work you put in filming these videos. You are an incredibly talented person and I hope to try a build like yours in the next few years. Cheers, JP.
@@GregVirgoe Hi Greg, here a viewer from Holland, by reading the comments I now understand that it's clamped between de bulkhead. How did you reach "the other side of the bulkhead" ? Did you take the whole thing out and put it back later? How else ?
Hello Roy, the is a big gap between the plastic seat belt trim and the van wall that I wanted to cover over. You might just see it as we lift it in place. Cheers
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Your Wife is the perfect assistant, knowing when to help and more importantly when not to help. Great videos I know there 5 years old but there still solid information.
Thanks for watching 👍🏼😊
Your attention to detail is to be admired. I have improved my DIY skills just watching your content.
Thank you very much I’m glad it is helping you.
After following your videos for some time ... I declare Greg for the "ultimate master of the jigsaw". Period.
Tom111060 😀thank you
A good stiff blade is the key and don’t fight it 👍🏼
All your work is first class Greg. My son is wanting to convert his Crafter Ann I keep showing him your work, spot on. Nice work shop too.
Thank you very much. I hope the videos help him to turn out a cracking van. Best wishes 😃
This is just outstanding. It is as close to what you would see in a coachworks, professional upfitting shop. It's also simple, neat, strong and efficient. Great work.
Very much appreciated thank you 😊
I'm in awe of your freehand jigsaw skills. Another helpful vid thanks......
Thanks Roger, a slightly thicker stiffer blade and light pressure on the tool, let the blade do the work. As soon as you start trying to muscle the saw the blade bends and you get wonky cuts. Two hands to keep it steady help too. 👍🏼
I find I don’t blink at all while in the cut lol
Stunning. Absolutely beautiful. And, your teaching/instruction makes me want to try this. Thanks so much!!!
Great place to add a storage.
Easily the best van build series on youtube, ive just started my Ducato L4H2 build and I'm pretty much going to copy you 80%😁 all good I'm in Western Australia so I can get away with cheating🤣 but seriously great vids Greg, lots of inspiration👍
It’s here to help others achieve their dream van so I’m glad you find it to be useful. Thanks for watching 😁
My LT35 van (1998 vintage) is a 'high roof' and I use it as a workshop/tool carrying facility for my vehicle projects. Was thinking of making a 'sleeper cab' but utilising the load space above a large compressor I have in the back. Would require some cutting, welding and fabrication obviously. Your videos are great for sparking the thought process and also pointing out the good and bad points I need to look out for. many thanks, Greg....(P.S. still have to fit my skylite in the rear after watching your videos earlier)
A new HSS blade with fine teeth and it will be a breeze to cut.
The mastic tape is a must for levelling any ribs and finish off with sikaflex
Don't forget to clean up those metal fillings after before they go rusty.
Funny how cutting a big hole the roof of your expensive van can make you smile so much.
Best wishes and I'm sure you'll be fine.
this man is real professional
Awesome. Keen to see what you have coming up for tricky stuff like the overhead cabinets etc.
Hello, you can see my high level cupboards design in this video ruclips.net/video/SoytP-XmtfI/видео.html
Greg Virgoe. like that vid too. Really outlines the function of CAD. More interested in your ideas of mounting it in a vehicle.
my goodness, how skilled are you? well, I will answer that question... you are bloody brilliant. Love your refit videos. Thank you so much. I am now gonna buy one of your t-shirts... maybe, that will allow me to get just alittle of your skill.
Sanjeev Chaddha I’m very grateful for your support and wish you the best with you own build 😃
Excellent advice Thanks, the Lawn looks top also
Thanks very much for sharing your knowledge and skills
You should be feeling very proud of yourself Greg, the skills, the technique and information you’ve given us throughout the build is second to none, well done my friend 🏆👍🏼😉
That's really nice of you to say so, thank you for your regular support Marc, very much appreciated.
Gday Greg... from Aus.
I just got my own Mercedes Sprinter and stumbled across your videos. Absolutely love them.
My new bible and go to.
Love your work and dedication.
Goodon you! 👍
Brilliant job Greg.
Many thanks Sandy
Greg,
You are a true craftsman. Well done in all aspects. Have you thought about creating a business building camper vans with what all you've learned with this one? People would probably pay a good penny for a quality innovative design and construction.
Hi David, thank you so much for your kind words.
I'm giving everyone the information so I don't have to do that ;) lol
Once this one is done I will be really happy to have loads of time off to enjoy it.
Very helpful video, thank you. I'm about to convert my 2003 Fiat Ducato & there is already a shelf area over the front cab so I'm already half way there, but this video gives great info on how to close it off neatly and at the same time have a useful space. Kind regards, Michael
You are really welcome Michael, thank you for watching and good luck with your own build.
Thank you Greg
This is so discouraging to watch! You're so experienced and have so many tools! I wanna start building out my van, but after watching your vids, very daunting
Hmmm, I'm not really, I've never done a van build before, didn't start woodwork till two years ago.
Agreed some of the tools make it easier but you can do all this with just a jigsaw, drill and router.
The aim of the channel was to give detailed info to help the home DIY builder not to discourage.
There's great satisfaction in building it yourself in whatever form it takes. Practice makes perfect
Thanks for another great video. Your care for details is simply extraordinary. Thanks for sharing your great work.
Thank you for your continued support and great feedback
Nicely done Greg, got a great fit there! Handy tip on the jigsaw blades too.
I was really pleased, I did not have to trim or sand anything the card template worked a dream. That’s the most complicated cuts done now.
Greg Virgoe A great example of the "Measure twice. Cut once.' rule.
When in doubt, template it out!
Greg Virgoe Another possible tip (depending on visibility) is to "back cut" all scribe cuts. That is, cut to the line on the face, and back from the line on the non-visible side. It's much easier to get a great fit. And if you have to take anything off, you're doing so on a thin edge.
Cheers Greg, another great tutorial.
Thank you David
Wow!! I'm just planning my Sprinter conversion and I am definitely ordering this swivel feature!! Thank You Greg!!!
We love it, it really is easy to use and opens up the van to give you loads more room.
This is a really good video Greg. I was wondering how on Earth I was going to be able to do mine. But I’ve learnt some really valuable information. Thanks!
Hi Katy, When I first looked at it myself I did a lot of head scratching. But fixing a batten to the roof rib and the larger timber on the leading edge of the shelf make it so much stronger. Although it’s only going to hold spare bedding.
most helpfull videos ever!!!! Thank you evr so much for all the tips.
Really enjoyed your videos, many thanks, very therapeutic and calming. Always wanted a motor home whether converted or factory design
Looks very neat!
Thank you
Hi, nice job, looks lovely 👍.
Thank you 😊
Nice job again , I ran a workshop for a couple of years and we used a small rubber mallet to tap the edging in. PS looks very professional.
Outstanding attention to detail....👏👏👏
Looks fantastic! Enjoying your quality videos.
Thank you very much Joseph
Excellent job Greg!
This van build series is compulsive viewing!, in my opinion it’s up there with the New Yankee workshop, only better, because it’s real life.
Thanks for putting in all of this work filming and editing these videos. Very helpful to all of us doing our own conversion. You are the man. Such clear and concise explanations.
It's really nice to know they are appreciated, Thank you
Absolutely first class work from conception to execution. The glossy zebrano finish looks excellent. I do think it would be useful if the manufacturer of the board developed the complementary range of screws cappings to match the finish.
Hi Norman, thanks for the compliment.
I have placed the screws so that they will be under the cupboard door and adjoingin wall cupboards. so you wont actually see them under normal use.
yet another great how to video Greg (If I may :) ) absolutely love that high gloss finish and the color as well. Please tell Ms. Greg she's an excellent executive assistant and I can't wait to see all her special touches on the finished van. mw
Nice neat job Sir.
I’ve been taking some tips from your very clean and tidy videos 👍🏼 Thanks guys lol
Excellent stuff. This Van is the van I would make (if I had the skills, time and patience)
You are very kind, thank you.
The time you do need and some patience.
I've never done anything like this before so it can be done.
This is a huge learning curve for me also.
It helps me being very fussy and methodical in my approach
Your love to detail and your professionalism is, as always, astonishing! Can't wait to meet you and your van at next year's Camp Quirky (I hope it'll all work out the way I want with renting a van and stuff). 👍🏼😉
Thank you very much. We are really looking forward to next years Camp Quirky, it’s going to be huge next year and I can’t wait to meet everybody and look at their new vans.
Well done Greg can’t wait to see your travels
It’s going to be great to have you along with us. Very excited now it’s getting closer
Just watched the entire series and to say I'm very impressed by you many skills is a massive understatement ..incredible attention to detail in every way and looking forward very much to seeing it through to completion..👍👍
Really appreciate your kind words Dave, It's nice to know that comes across in the videos.
Hope you continue to enjoy them. Thank you
Wow, you grow a stubble quickly!!!!! from yesterday's vid to today.... what a growth...lol
Yeah I know, sometimes have to shave twice a day ;) lol
Just beautiful. I am going to use that furniture board in my build.
fine job sir. good luck with all your plans
Many thanks David
Beautiful!
Absolutely, thank you. we love the shiny finish. :D
Nice clean workmanship, very helpful, looks great
Another great informative video. Big thumbs up 👍
Professional job!
nice one Greg, a great use of the space.
You have to be creative to make the most of it.
Scratching my head to think of garage storage ideas now.
Hi Greg. cargo nets maybe, or adjustable height shelving. All depends on what your wanting to store.
Beautiful Job !
It looks AMAZING. I wish you'd been a little more detailed about how you made the initial cardboard guide for the bottom shelf of the cupboard.
Hello Beth, very sorry, I took some footage but the video angle and sound was rubbish so I couldn't use it.
I'll do a video this weekend just on "Scribing" awkward shapes because there are a few tips and tricks which will help you.
Thanks for your comment and for supporting my channel
Greg Virgoe thank you. Much appreciated.
Nice work looks very professional.
Thanks Rob, we are really thrilled with the finish.
Yet another great tutorial.
A great addition to what will be a fantastic van fit out.
Well done.
Great video Greg helps alot
amazing job greg been watching a few videos now and you have given me some great ideas especially the trimming' love what you have created and it looks stunning' i know your now on your travels and the both of you are enjoying van life in your stunning conversion' safe travels and hopefully meet up at some point
just started watching your videos ..Gold !!!
Thanks for another great video, I'm thinking about making the overhead shelf with a bit added on to make a bed for my little ones. The extra bit would fold up during the drive. Do you think this is possible if i can reinforce the shelf for the extra weight. Thank for your time.
regards
Richard
Great job!
Thank you Glenn
Looks very nice! 😎
Full of useful information as usual. Thanks!
Very nice work.
Thank you
Thanks for the update,,,Greg I heard you say you cut the vinyl trim a little longer,,,, that is good,,, In my earlier life I installed a lot of molding on automobiles,,, I first installed a track then put in the vinyl insert,,,We were instructed to add between 3/8 to 1/2 inch to the insert ,,, because over time the vinyl shrinks,,, It may not be as critical inside a vehicle because it does not get the sunshine directly,,,,Just FYI,,,Best Regards
Hi Greg, thanks so much for providing this absolutely essential series on the Sprinter 170 conversion, we'll be starting ours this year and will be following so many of your outstanding tutorials. One question, have you thought about providing a detailed list of all the tools and products together for the build in an upcoming video? I know that's probably a lot of work but it may get you a ton of views and likes! Anyway besides that, thank you so much again, you're truly an inspiration for many. I'm subscribed 👍. Paul
Nice work so far Greg, I see the boss is trying to muscle in on the video’s😂
I know Peter, I lost count of the amount of times she said don’t do that you’ll scratch it 😂 I cut the bit out where she slapped my hand for putting dirty finger prints on the glossy finish. Gonna drive her OCD bananas lol
The edging looks really good. Those screw caps look fantastic!
I finally finished my floor. I am unsure about the insulation for my roof. Finding the stick on aluminum pin anchors in small quantities is proving rather difficult. There are steel ones available, but have poor reviews for retention. Many are rated only to 120* F, and they come loose....I'm pretty sure my van roof gets above that plenty this time of year.
I did discover something that surprised me. I used the silver backed 3/4" polyiso panels to insulate the front half of the cargo area, foil side up for vapor barrier.
I had a small piece of scrap lying on the metal floor, just behind the engine dog houes, and just above the trans.
The floor there gets extremely hot.
The scrap laying there was silver side down, and the to the touch it stays pretty much at ambient temps. The light silver film and the 3/4" poly is an amazing insulator. I'm going to frame some into that area, and put plastic over the top for a vapor barrier.
Thanks again for the work you put into your videos!
Is it not 120degC? I had one that came unstuck but could not put it down to temperature, it may have been dirty?Most PIR sheets are foil on both sides, both brands I used are.
Plastic is also ok to use for a vapour barrier, use the correct building membrane as some plastics are slightly permeable.
Hi Greg a tip for the future, the spray on adhesive compared to the roll on brush on version sometimes has a lower temperature rating for adhesion. I had a problem where I used the spray on to redo the headlining of my girlfriends car, it didn't last Summer before it started to pull away. I redid it with a rolled/brushed on version of the same adhesive and I've had no problem. This might only be an issue for hotter countries but it's important to look at the temperature rating of glues when gravity and heat are an issue :)
Hi Karl, this one is rated to 120degC I would have thought that would be ok 👌🏼 it does stick like s?&@ to a blanket.
Greg Virgoe I concur!
Yeah it wasn't untill I had the failure and looked at the back of the can and it said 60-80degC and a car in the Sun here in Oz can get funkin hot. So like I said, I think it's only a problem for hot countries :)
Where did you get the adhesive from mate ? And what's the name of it please. I want to re do the headlining on my car
It is generally called "Contact Adhesive" because you spray it on both surfaces, wait a few minutes then 'contact' the two pieces together. In Australia its called Kwik Grip made by Sellys. As Greg's use a spray glue with a high temp rating I hope he gets back to you with the name of the glue he used.
Well done sir!
Thank you very much :D
What size ply did you use on the base of the bulkhead please
Nice video as always, I’ve been lining my van recently with the same carpet and adhesive. Take care when using the adhesive, there are some pretty alarming warnings and symbols on the can!
Yes, thank you. Always use in a very well ventilated area.
Great Video, I've been wondering what to do with that space. Thought I might leave it open for more head room while driving, but I think this idea is best for added storage etc.
There is a massive headroom even with the shelf installed I'm nearly 6' and nowhere near my head at all.
Nice work, looks great!
Sorry about binge watching all your vids and endless likes mate, apologies but enjoying it too much not to show the little appreciation I can
Please do not apologise, I'm glad to see you are enjoying the videos and thanks for watching
amazing greg, but still I'm confused how to scribe properly so it fits exactly the van, its the one thing I see nobody explaining properly
Watch my furniture video I explain it there. Also the kitchen counter top I explain it there too
@@GregVirgoe thanks Greg must have missed that video
Great video as usual! Quick question as I don’t think you mentioned it in video, apologies if I missed it and you did, what thickness ply did you use? Thanks
Would be interested to see an outside vs inside temperature test to see how your insulation is performing as the job you did on it seems quite thorough compared to some other builds iv seen. Impressive so far 👍
Hi Darren, we did spend a lot of time to get the insulation fit and the vapour barrier complete. The walls and roof are in excess of the same insulation you would get from having 4" of loft insulation in your home. We are hoping to shoot some thermal imaging footage when we return to the Truma factory to prove how well it performs. Look out for that video soon.
Fabulous, thanks for that
Hi Greg, fantastic videos big fan. Quick question on bulkhead you made wood plates for behind headliner great but how did you install them? Did you remove headliner completely and remount with shelf in or find a way of slotting them in place. Thanks mark
Wondering the same thing. I don’t get it, did he just screw right into the headliner and that’s how the shelf is supporting weight?
Same question
Anyone ever figure it out?
Wow! You're cutting the internal corners on the board freehand with a jigsaw. I may have to make a jig for this. Thanks Greg ✔️😊
Sunnycampers yes mate, take it nice and slow and let the blade do the work don’t force it. You can smooth it with a file and apply trim over so it’s not too bad. 😀
At 5:10 - did you screw the board to the van wall directly?
Top job that 👍🏻
Many thanks
Proper job Greg. Even your noggins look wonderful:)
Thank you mate, how are you getting on with the transit build?
Not good I'm afraid, the van broke down and has been stuck for ages at Ford for repair. Which ment I couldn't work on it. Finally got the van back yesterday. It needed four new fuel injectors, since all the originals were corroded. How does this happen on a brand new van with just 500 miles on clock?
Since I want to get the van re-classified as a MotorCaravan by the end of August, I just don't have enough time to do my planned detailed build. So as of today, I'm going to knock up a rough kitchen unit, bed and wardrobe in old ply, add some cushions and curtains and hope this is enough to get it passed.
If this is sucessful, I then qualify for cheaper insurance and the vans value will have inceased enormously. I can then rip out the crap stuff and do a proper job as originally planned. There maybe a silver lining here since I can test out the layout on the old ply and make adjustments without wasting good wood.
Which makes me wonder, have you got your van re-classified before you leave on your European adventure?
And finally you seemed to have gained a very pretty assistant:)
Time is the one thing that you need bucket loads of doing these builds properly.
That is very strange about the injectors, guessing it was all covered by your warranty?
I will get our reclassified before we leave and that's the only thing that could hold us up.
It's currently SORN and got no MOT while we do the build. Lots to sort out still.
I heard that there was a bit of a wait to get them back as it's become so popular.
Thankfully my dear mum has kindly offered to put us up for a few weeks if needed.
Our house is definitely going on the 7th July no matter what so the clock is ticking loudly.
Oh and yes, meet Louarnna (Lou) my beautiful partner for 17years now :D
Trying my hardest to get her more involved but she's very camera shy.
She does really like the festivals and is so much happier talking in person.
Sounds like some military style planning has been going on here. I'm impressed. I get nervous just catching the IOW ferry:( Tell Lou not to worry about the camera, us campers are just a bunch of harmless idiots!
Good work sir.
I use laminate flooring blades, no tearout on either side of the board!
Hi Tim, the ones I got from Rawlplug left a really clean finish but I’ll look up the laminate blades. Cheers
Hi Greg, I'm just curious as to what people do with the alarm sensors, I've just started my conversion and I'm not sure what to do with them??
Thanks for the great content 👌
I be honest our van is older and doesn’t have an alarm 🤔 can you reposition them slightly?
I'll have a go, I might just have to wrap them up in something and tuck them away, they are a pain in the arse for going off, thanks for the reply by the way 👍
@@youngy7449 best of luck 🤞🏼
Nice work think there is a market for a set of templates for van conversion. I would have installed a metal floor on your shelf with an anchor to wind shield posts and location behind seat where normal industrial divider goes. Does sprinter make a shelf as an option? If so buy one an use for template. A parts dealer has speck on oem parts spec.
You are dead right about the templates.
I originally looked at flat pack van furniture but you still have to scribe it to the curves of your own van.
If you are going to do that and put it together you might as well do the lot from scratch and have it how you want it.
When talking about the blades you used you mentioned you wanted to cut on the top surface so switched the blade. Maybe I'm missing something but why not just flip the piece of furniture board (and the template) and keep the upward cutting blade?
You can do that if you want. 😊
Superb Greg, well done, I just wish I could find a supplier of these board that ship to Finland. I may need to look into boat building sites/companies here as there's a lot of boats here with the thousands of lakes we have.
Hello Michael, the marine and boat building industry is a fantastic place to search for anything van related. Obviously need to be lightweight and run off 12v batteries for all electrics. Lot of similarities.
Can u tell me how u got battens in behind the shelf over the seats it would be a great help thanks greg and fair play billy
Hi Greg can i ask how you fixed the base to the cab roof. It seemed to just go from prepping to installed but im unsure of what you screwed it to or glued it to. Thanks for your time.
The mains strength of the shelf is held on the side and that timber cross member which is fixed to the furniture board. It did need much else so I just popped a couple of course screws into the headliner.
If I did it again I would take the headliner out and insulate the cab roof like our new van and fix it like the sides. Before putting it back in.
@@GregVirgoe cheers Greg I'll check it out 👍
HI Greg
Just found your chanel/video from a chat on Facebook
I have a question if I may
How did you fix your bulkhead shelf to the van when finished I saw the timber blocks supports bud cant make heads or tables of how the fixing worked out
Thank you
THE MARKS BROTHERS I also cut some plywood pieces to go on the outer side to screw into. Lou held those in place while I fixed them. It’s fiddly and maybe easier to remove the headliner and fix them
@@GregVirgoe thanks Greg
I'm hooked on your videos
So grateful to have come across you feed
Hi Greg, could you tell me what you did with the movement alarm sensors that are in the back of the van one at bulkhead and one at back doors both at roof height? please
Beautiful job. I'm wondering how you did the framing in order to screw the top part of front panel to the van?
Looks good even without a door.
Does anyone know which video has the kitchen, cabinets and wet shower /restroom install?
Hello Jack, I’ve not uploaded those yet so stay tuned and you won’t miss out. Cheers
Greg,
Thank you Sir, I really appall the hard work you put in filming these videos. You are an incredibly talented person and I hope to try a build like yours in the next few years. Cheers, JP.
Appreciate not appall. Sorry, damn auto fill.
Great vid as always - did u mention what thickness ply the shelf is? Thanks as always!
I'm pretty sure it was a bit of 12mm left-over from the flooring
Hi bud wot did you screw the roof boards too I seen the wood blocks but wonder if the screw go in to body is there any thing there
Hello, I placed the piece of plywood on the other side of the bulkhead and screwed into that and it clamped the bulkhead between the two.
Cheers bud I've got a crafter and just starting it good luck with your travelling can't wait to see all the videos ✌
@@GregVirgoe Hi Greg, here a viewer from Holland, by reading the comments I now understand that it's clamped between de bulkhead. How did you reach "the other side of the bulkhead" ? Did you take the whole thing out and put it back later? How else ?
Nice work as always Greg but I don't understnd the legs down each end ??
Hello Roy, the is a big gap between the plastic seat belt trim and the van wall that I wanted to cover over. You might just see it as we lift it in place. Cheers
Aha ! I can sleep ok tonight now!
I liked you video however you didn't show how to put the pieces of wood behind the headliner to give the extra strength.
How do you do this?
Good job. Very nice.
Thank you John